Dish TV India Ltd. Names Three Independent Directors Following Shareholder Vote
Dish TV India Ltd. announced the approval of the appointment of three new Independent Directors following the proceedings of a Postal Ballot held on April 17, 2026. The appointments were approved by the members of the Company.The company confirmed the appointments of Mr. Arun Kumar Kapoor, Ms. Heena Naishadh Bhatt, and Mr. Ashok Anant Paranjpe. All three are slated to serve for a first term of five consecutive years.
The appointments follow mandatory guidelines for Uplinking and Downlinking of Television Channels, which require prior approval from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting for director appointments.
Mr. Arun Kumar Kapoor (DIN: 01779523) was appointed as an Independent Director for a first term spanning five years, from August 14, 2025, to August 13, 2030. Similarly, Ms. Heena Naishadh Bhatt (DIN: 11049526) was appointed as an Independent Director for the same five-year period, effective August 14, 2025, to August 13, 2030.
The appointment of Mr. Ashok Anant Paranjpe (DIN: 07440788) as an Independent Director for a five-year term will become effective upon the receipt of necessary approval from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
Director Profiles and Terms
The following table summarizes the details regarding the appointees, their professional backgrounds, and the terms of their service:| Director Name | Role | Appointment Period (Initial Term) | Key Background Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arun Kumar Kapoor | Independent Director | August 14, 2025 to August 13, 2030 | Distinguished business leader with over 34 years of experience, including 18 years as CEO/Business Head across sectors like FMCG, Telecom, and DTH. Has held positions with major organizations including United Breweries (UB Group), Gillette, and Bharti Cellular (Airtel). |
| Heena Naishadh Bhatt | Independent Director | August 14, 2025 to August 13, 2030 | Possesses over 34 years of extensive experience in the banking and finance sector, having worked in key managerial positions with ICICI Bank and IDBI Bank. |
| Ashok Anant Paranjpe | Independent Director | Effective upon Ministry of Information and Broadcasting approval | Senior legal professional, formerly a Partner at Wadia Ghandy & Company, Mumbai. Expertise spans Real Estate, Banking and Finance, and Dispute Resolution, regularly advising leading financial institutions. |
Mr. Kapoor, Ms. Bhatt, and Mr. Paranjpe are all reported as having no relationship with any other Director on the Company’s Board.
DISHTV Stock Price Movement
Today, Dish TV India Limited shares edged higher to close at ₹4.08, completing the session with a strong gain of 9.97%. The stock saw significant activity, recording 19.72 million shares traded for the day.Source:
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